MANILA, Philippines — Lawyer Jude Sabio yesterday said he is set to withdraw before the International Criminal Court (ICC) the communication against President Duterte, whom he accused of committing crimes against humanity as a result of his war on drugs campaign. In a text message, Sabio said, “I will send by email later my letter-withdrawal that I executed today (Tuesday) addressed to Prosecutor Bensouda regarding my intention to withdraw my earlier ICC communication. I am set to submit it personally with the ICC anytime soon.”In his 28-page affidavit, Sabio mentioned that he reportedly did not receive the financial support in representing Edgar Matobato, a self-confessed assassin whose deposition was part of the ICC case. Sabio was accompanied by lawyer Larry Gadon when he had his affidavit notarized in Quezon City. He said what matters is the testimonies given by Matobato and retired policeman and self-confessed Davao death squad member Arturo Lascañas, that Sabio simply “facilitated” in writing for submission to the ICC.

Source: Philippine Star January 14, 2020 15:56 UTC